GRE Word List

ENGULF

to flow over and enclose : overwhelm

The meaning of the word engulf is to flow over and enclose : overwhelm.

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WordMeaning
antithesisthe direct opposite
girtha band or strap that encircles the body of an animal to fasten something (such as a saddle) on its back
congruentcongruous
incorporealnot corporeal : having no material body or form
fallaciousembodying a fallacy
wispya small handful (as of hay or straw)
igniteto set afire
effectiveproducing a decided, decisive, or desired effect
menageriea place where animals are kept and trained especially for exhibition
gavelrent or tribute in medieval England